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Bowen Yang Spills an ‘SNL’ Host ‘Made Multiple Cast Members Cry': ‘Terrible’ (WATCH)
Bowen Yang is spilling the Saturday Night Live tea. The comedian, who was originally hired as a writer for the NBC show in 2018, dished that one host was a nightmare for the writers. Appearing on a recent episode of What What Happens Live, Yang was asked Which guest host...
Eerie ‘Friends’ Scene Inadvertently Foreshadows Matthew Perry’s Death
It's a most "eerie" scene because it jokes about the death of Matthew Perry's character, Chandler Bing, but in a way too-close-to-home. According to the MSN website, superfans immediately noticed or remembered the season seven, episode five scene that inadvertently foreshadowed Matthew Perry's death. It's "The One With the Engagement...
Woman Thinks It’s ‘Ridiculous’ Daughter Couldn’t Have Third Plate at Family Dinner
A woman on Reddit revealed her family drama after her sister yelled at her for letting her daughter get a third plate during dinner. She explained in her post that her whole family was at her sister's house for a dinner one night with tons of food. "My daughter was...
Katy Perry Under Investigation for Possible Environmental Damage Thanks to Her Latest Music Video
Katy Perry is in hot water thanks to her latest music video for "Lifetimes." According to Billboard, an official investigation has been opened after Perry was seen dancing in the S'Espalmador sand dunes on Spain's Balearic Islands. The dunes are protected and are one of the most "ecologically prosperous enclaves"...
This Is Why Austin Is Now Shrinking Among Texas Boom
Austin, Texas had an incredible run of growing annually for 20 years, but as of the most recent data, the capitol of the Lone Star State has experienced its first year of outgoing population since the year that immediately following the attacks on 9/11. What is possibly the most surprising about Austin and Travis County going down in net migration is it happened during the biggest population boom in history as Texas gained about 9 million new residents between 2020 and 2022 according to this Forbes article.
Texas Man Arrested for a String of Exploding Toilet Pranks
When you say you had an "explosive event" in the bathroom, you don't usually mean an ACTUAL blast... A 46-year-old man in Texas is facing charges for booby-trapping the toilets at two different car washes to cause EXPLOSIONS when people sat down. It doesn't sound like they were big enough...
Man Who Went Viral for Flubbing ‘Buttery, Flaky Crust’ Line Dead at 86
Jack Palmer, the man responsible for flubbing the phrase "buttery, flaky crust" in a viral video from 2012, has died at age 86. The Maine native's death was announced on Facebook on Aug. 10 by Dysart's, the restaurant he filmed the iconic video for. "Thank you, Jack, for making MILLIONS...
BREAKING: Toyota Just Issued A Recall For Many Vehicles In Texas
A recent recall of Toyota vehicles has affected the state of Texas. Here's what you need to know if you own a car made by Toyota mentioned in it. As revealed by Car And Driver, the recall itself has connections with Gulf Shores Toyota, which has its roots in the Texas. Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there is a major reason for the recall for the many vehicles:
Disney Channel Star Skai Jackson Arrested for Domestic Battery: REPORT
Content warning: domestic violence. Former Disney Channel star Skai Jackson has been arrested for domestic battery after a public fight with her boyfriend, according to TMZ and Page Six. The arrest occurred last week at Universal CityWalk in Hollywood, Calif., on Aug. 9. A security guard allegedly noticed the couple...
Hoda Kotb ‘Not Scared’ of Finding Love at 60 After Split From Ex-Fiance: ‘I Know It’s Happening’
Hoda Kotb is looking towards the future. The Today co-anchor, who turned 60 on Aug. 9 (Friday), celebrated her milestone on the morning talk show Aug. 12 (Monday). NBC surprised Kotb with performances from Little Big Town and Sugarland. She also received a bday-shout out from Hollywood legend Sandra Bullock,...
Texas Loves Whataburger & So Do These Famous Celebrities
Oh yeah it's no surprise that Texas LOVES Whataburger. But we're not the only ones; some of the biggest celebrities have shown a huge love for the orange W. Here are some celebrities that have a love for Whataburger. Matthew McConaughey. In 2019, at a San Angelo Whataburger, the Dazed...
Eccentric Billionaire Richard Lugner Dead at 91, Two Months After Marrying Sixth Wife
Richard Lugner has died. He was 91. The billionaire, known for his extravagant parties at the famous Vienna Opera Ball, passed away on Aug. 12 (Monday), reported Agence France-Presse. He reportedly had been dealing with multiple health problems recently. Austrian chancellor, Karl Nehammer, paid tribute to the entrepreneur on X...
Blackpink’s Lisa Reflects on K-Pop Trainee Days: ‘Let Her Suffer’
Blackpink's Lisa, known for her rapping and dancing, reflected on what she would tell her younger self as a K-pop trainee in a new interview with Elle. Notably, Lisa became a trainee at just 13 years old before eventually joining the internationally successful girl group. "I’d say, 'Let her suffer,'"...
This Entire Texas Neighborhood is 3D Printed, Is This the Future?
Well a new development in Texas is starting to fill up and you would be shocked to find out a robot built most of the houses. Located just north of Austin, Texas is Georgetown. That town is getting ready to complete a portion of their Wolf Ranch community called the "Genesis Collection". These 100 homes on Wolf Ranch are unique in that they're 3D printed. Basically a mixture of concrete powder, water, sand and other additives are mixed together and placed into a special 3D printer. Once the layout is decided on your house. The 3D printer will literally design the walls of your residence.
Watch Man Prank Texas Mounted Patrol Cop
This Man's Hilarious Encounter with a Texas Mounted Patrol Cop Will Make Your Day!. In Houston Texas, where everything is bigger and bolder, one man decided to add a little humor to his day by pulling off a harmless prank on a Texas Mounted Patrol officer. The result? A lighthearted...
Waco Zoo Now Home To Largest Penguin Colony In Texas
Waco, Texas has 22 new residents and is now home to the largest South African penguin colony in the state. The 22 newest residents are perfectly paired with 11 females and 11 males, and that has the whole team poised to grow quickly for a species that is now considered to be endangered.
Famous Restaurant Now Bankrupt And Closing In Texas
Austin, Texas is now the former home of a very popular restaurant chain that joins the ranks of so many others that are declaring bankruptcy and shuttering permanently their eateries. In some states, their entire roster of restaurants are already closed or soon will be. Read Similar: Another Massive Chain...
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